Overview
Central Park might be the most famous urban park in the world. City officials established the park in 1857 on 778 acres of city-owned land. The park was expanded to its current size of 843 acres in 1873. More than 40 million people visit the park every year. The U.S. Department of the Interior designated the park a National Historic Landmark in 1962.
Quick Facts
- Status
- Existing
- Coordinates
- 40°47′N 73°58′W
Visitor Information
- Website
- Official website
